Changing Community Norms

Over a year ago, our friends on the opposite side of the state worked with their alcohol retailers and other community partners to remind adults to prevent underage drinking. If you are interested in putting up a similar sign on your commercial property, please contact us. We are sure the Memphis Area Prevention Coalition will help us get started too.

As summer fun continues, your teen may want to plan a party. Enjoy the festivity, but remember to:

• Limit the number of people invited, and the number of people allowed on the property.
• Have sufficient chaperons to monitor the property and the guests for any problems.
• Be prepared the call an underage guest’s parents if he or she appears to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
• Set a beginning and ending time for the party.*

It is important to remember that the adults control the party and restricting access to alcohol is their responsibility.

*from the Center for Problem Oriented Policing

Please Talk To Your Teens About Underage Drinking

Do it before everyone is tired. It doesn't take long; just a reminder. Lots of little talks are more effective than one "big talk." Even an eye roll let's you know that they have heard it before...and THAT is a good thing!